Step by Step Partnership Ltd
Treasurer
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About Us
Step by Step supports young people aged 16 to 24 facing or at risk of homelessness across Hampshire, Berkshire, Surrey, Wiltshire, Dorset and West Sussex. We take a stand against youth homelessness and its causes, offering safe places to live, counselling, wellbeing support, and advice and guidance. Our approach combines early intervention with longer-term support, helping young people build sustainable, independent futures.
The Opportunity
After seven successful years, our current Treasurer is retiring, and we're looking for someone to guide the charity through its next chapter. You'll support our Head of Finance and build strong working relationships with the CEO and wider Board.
What You'll Do
- Chair the monthly Finance call
- Chair the Audit & Remuneration Sub-Committee (two meetings a year)
- Attend four Board meetings a year
- Hold regular one-to-one meetings with the Head of Finance
- Oversee audit and the auditor relationship
- Oversee banking and cash management, including authorising payments
- Be available for prompt responses to emails and calls, and attend our premises from time to time
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What We're Looking For
Essential:
- The highest standards of personal integrity and professionalism
- A genuine interest in youth homelessness and supporting vulnerable young people
- Senior-level financial and accounting experience, including a recognised accountancy qualification
- Experience across management accounts, budgets, forecasts, cash-flow projections, statutory accounts and audit findings, plus financial governance, internal controls, risk management, reserves, investment oversight and organisational sustainability
- Sound judgement, independence of mind and the confidence to challenge constructively
- A collaborative approach, able to work well with the Chair, CEO, Head of Finance and fellow trustees
- Enough time and flexibility for the role, including approving payments and attending meetings in person
Desirable:
- Previous experience as a charity trustee, Treasurer or non-executive director
- Knowledge of charity accounting, including the Charities SORP, restricted and unrestricted funds, and reserves policies
- Understanding of trustees' and directors' legal and regulatory duties
- Experience with organisations funded through public-sector contracts, grants and mixed income
- Familiarity with safeguarding-led organisations
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How to Apply
Send an up-to-date CV and covering letter to recruitment@stepbystep.org.uk. The process includes an initial conversation with our Chair, a meeting with our CEO and Head of Finance, and a meeting with other Board members. An offer will follow successful background checks and attendance at a Board meeting as an observer. Please note this is an unpaid volunteer post.
Safeguarding
We're committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. As part of our safer recruitment process, we'll carry out reference checks, a DBS check and confirm full employment history.
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